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21 July 2026

SC on APAAR implementation

The topic involves a Supreme Court directive regarding the implementation of a major digital governance initiative (APAAR), which directly relates to issues of data privacy, informed consent, and e-governance accountability.

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Notes

  • The Supreme Court has directed the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to implement the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) on a voluntary basis.
  • This directive aligns with the December 12, 2025, judgment of the Orissa High Court in the case of Rohit Anand Das versus State of Odisha.
  • The High Court judgment mandates that the APAAR consent form must explicitly include an 'opt-out' or 'refusal of consent' option for students and parents.
  • The Supreme Court's order ensures that this requirement for voluntary participation is applied on a pan-India basis.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of judicial intervention in ensuring data privacy and individual autonomy within the framework of digital governance initiatives in the education sector. 150 words
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  2. The implementation of digital registries like APAAR aims to streamline academic records; however, it raises critical questions regarding informed consent and the right to privacy. Analyze the role of the judiciary in balancing administrative efficiency with the fundamental rights of citizens. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. With reference to the Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR), which of the following statements is correct?

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